Tax Manager, CPA

Tax Manager, CPA Agricultural Tax | Client Advisory | Leadership Opportunity | Partnership Track

Compensation: $110,000–$135,000 Base + Annual Bonus + Partnership Path

Location: Yankton, South Dakota

Our client, a highly respected and growing public accounting and advisory firm, is seeking an experienced Tax Manager, CPA to join its leadership team in Yankton, South Dakota.

This is more than a traditional tax management position.

It's an opportunity to become a trusted advisor to business owners, agricultural producers, family enterprises, and closely held businesses while helping lead a growing team, mentor future leaders, and contribute to the long-term success of an established and expanding firm.

The firm has built a strong reputation by combining deep technical expertise with a relationship-driven approach to client service. Their professionals work closely with clients throughout the year, providing proactive tax planning, strategic guidance, and practical solutions that help drive growth and preserve wealth.

• $100,000–$125,000 base salary
• Annual performance bonus opportunity
• Clear partnership-track potential
• Established and loyal client base
• Strong agricultural and agribusiness client exposure
• Meaningful advisory work beyond tax compliance
• Leadership role with mentorship responsibilities
• Supportive and collaborative culture
• Professional development and advancement opportunities
• Excellent work-life balance and benefits package

Exceptional candidates with significant agricultural tax expertise, public accounting leadership experience, or business-development capabilities may be considered above the posted compensation range.

As Tax Manager, you'll serve as both a technical resource and trusted advisor while helping lead client engagements and develop the firm's tax professionals.

You'll work directly with business owners, agricultural producers, family-owned businesses, closely held companies, and individual clients to provide proactive tax planning, strategic advice, and year-round support.

This role offers a unique blend of:

• Tax Planning & Advisory
• Client Relationship Management
• Agricultural & Agribusiness Consulting
• Team Leadership & Mentorship
• Practice Growth
• Future Firm Leadership

• Lead complex tax planning and compliance engagements for individuals, partnerships, corporations, trusts, and agricultural operations
• Develop proactive tax strategies that maximize opportunities and minimize risk
• Research and resolve complex federal, state, and local tax matters
• Stay current on changing tax regulations and advise clients accordingly
• Serve as a trusted advisor to clients on tax, business, and financial matters

• Mentor, coach, and develop tax professionals across the firm
• Review technical work to ensure quality, accuracy, and compliance
• Assist in training and professional development initiatives
• Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement

• Build and maintain strong, long-term client relationships
• Meet regularly with clients to understand their goals and evolving needs
• Identify opportunities to provide additional value through advisory services
• Support business development and relationship-building initiatives
• Contribute to the long-term growth and success of the practice

• Active CPA license required
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• 7–10+ years of progressive public accounting experience
• Prior supervisory or management experience preferred
• Strong technical tax knowledge and research capabilities
  
  Experience preparing and reviewing complex tax returns
• Agricultural, agribusiness, or closely held business experience highly desirable
• Strong communication, leadership, and relationship-building skills
• Commitment to professional excellence and client service

The ideal candidate:

• Enjoys becoming a trusted advisor to business owners and families
• Thinks strategically rather than transactionally
• Values mentorship and helping others succeed
• Takes ownership of client outcomes and engagement quality
• Has an…